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SB 3217

General Fund; FY2026 appropriation to City of Houston for improvements and new construction for the Buena Vista Community Center.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Suber

Would authorize a FY2026 General Fund appropriation to Houston for the Buena Vista Community Center's improvements and new construction.

Died In Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 3217

Summary of SB 3217 (Texas)

Overview

SB 3217 would authorize a General Fund appropriation in FY2026 to the City of Houston for improvements and new construction of the Buena Vista Community Center. The bill was introduced on February 26, 2025, and died in committee after being referred to Appropriations on the same day.

Purpose and Intent

  • Provide state-level financial support for the Buena Vista Community Center project in Houston.
  • The core aim is to fund improvements and new construction, enhancing community facilities and services available to residents.

Key Provisions

  • Authorization: Creates a General Fund appropriation in FY2026 directed to the City of Houston.
  • Project Focus: Specifically designated for the Buena Vista Community Center’s improvements and new construction.
  • Amount and Conditions: The summary available does not include a stated dollar amount or enumerated conditions. The bill would require the exact appropriation figure and any terms (e.g., usage restrictions, reporting requirements, or matching funds) to be specified in the bill language.

Fiscal Implications

  • Funding Source: General Fund (state resources).
  • Timing: FY2026 appropriation window.
  • Cost Details: The precise dollar amount is not provided here; funding level, along with any ongoing operating costs or maintenance requirements, would be determined by the enacted bill language and related fiscal notes.

Beneficiaries and Affected Parties

  • Primary Beneficiary: City of Houston, which would receive funds for the Buena Vista Community Center project.
  • Local Community: Residents who use or rely on the Buena Vista Community Center for gatherings, services, and programs.

Procedural History and Status

  • Introduced: February 26, 2025.
  • Actions: Referred to Appropriations; subsequently listed as Died In Committee on the same date.
  • Current Status: The bill did not advance beyond the committee stage and therefore did not proceed to a floor vote.

Potential Impact and Considerations

  • If enacted, the appropriation could advance capital improvements and construction at the Buena Vista Community Center, potentially benefiting local recreation, program spaces, and community services.
  • As the bill died in committee, any future consideration would require reintroduction or inclusion in a broader appropriations package, with new amendments, fiscal notes, and potential negotiation on the funding amount and terms.

Notes for Readers

  • This summary reflects the information provided; the actual bill language would specify the appropriation amount, conditions, and reporting requirements. For up-to-date status, consult the legislative tracking system or the bill’s official text.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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